Recreation Program Specialist - Sports And Events

Salary: $23.51 Hourly
Location : City of Eagan
Job Type: Part-Time Recurring
Job Number: 202200160
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 03/06/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Description
Recreation Program Specialist
Sports and Events
Pay: $23.51 per hour
Part-Time Recurring (Year-Round), Not Benefit Eligible
Up to 29 hours per week
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We are looking for positive, energetic, organized individuals who enjoy connecting with the Eagan community for our Recreation Program Specialist position. This is a year-round position that has flexible daytime, weeknight, and some weekend opportunities, up to 29 hours per week.
This position supports adult and youth sports programs and special events. Assists in implementing a variety of recreational programs and Events specializing in youth and adult athletics, as well as pickleball programming. This position will provide excellent customer service and frequently work with members of the public through Recreation Programs.
Essential Position Functions

• Assist in the development, growth, and execution of Recreation Programs
• Work with and provide service to individuals from diverse backgrounds (age, ethnicity, socio-economic status, etc.)
• Provide exceptional customer service, including communication both verbally and in writing
• Respond to inquiries and concerns relating to participants, programs, staff, and the public
• Assist with the promotion of programs and Events through appropriate marketing channels
• Assist and support the Supervisor with community outreach efforts, program promotion, and marketing efforts by occasionally working events as a representative of the department
• Communicate with supervisory staff to keep them informed of any concerns or issues related to staff, participants, or community members
• Assist the Supervisor in maintaining relationships with internal and external groups
• Assist in the selection, training, scheduling, and supervision of seasonal staff, instructors, volunteers, and partnering organizations
• Assess facilities and program equipment, and assist with obtaining supplies
• Lead staff in light maintenance, which may include room set-up, take-down, and basic cleaning
• Implement the program survey and evaluation, and make recommendations for changes in programs
• Administer basic first aid as needed - training provided!
• Work with City software systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Have a valid Driver's License
• Basic Resume - Don't have one? Check out this article from for help!

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Two (2) years of college coursework in recreation, sport management, events, communication, or related field
  OR
  Two (2) years of work experience in recreation or community focused programs
• A genuine interest in helping others and connecting with underserved communities

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Supervision of Others:The Recreation Program Specialist will be responsible for the work direction of seasonal and part-time staff, volunteers, and participants.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk and hear
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, run, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distant vision, color vision and peripheral vision

Working Hours and Conditions:Working hours may include daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Work will be performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
As a public employee with the City of Eagan, you may become eligible to participate in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information on MN PERA pension or to determine eligibility, visit
If you are a retiree currently receiving PERA pension payments, please contact Human Resources at
01
Are you 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03
Have you completed any college coursework (or completed a degree) in recreation, sports management, events, communications, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

04
Please list all degrees or college coursework completed including the name and location of the college or university and program of study (NA if none).
05
How many years of work experience do you have in recreation or community-focused programming?

• No Experience
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5+ years

06
Briefly describe your work experience in recreation or community-focused programming (NA if none).
07
Do you have certifications in CPR and First Aid?

• Yes
• No

08
Have you completed concussion training?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you have experience providing work direction to seasonal/temporary staff, volunteers, and/or program participants?

• Yes
• No

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